" TOCCA IS A NICHE, LUXURY FASHION AND FRAGRANCE HOUSE BASED IN NEW YORK CITY. ENVISIONED BY A GROUP OF FRIENDS WHILE ON HOLIDAY IN 1994, TOCCA CONTINUES TO CELEBRATE THE INDEPENDENT, TRAVEL-INSPIRED, WHIMSICAL LIFESTYLE OF IT'S FOUNDING MISSION - TO MAKE MASTERFULLY CRAFTED, LUXURY GOODS ACCESSIBLE. "

" S'WELL ENVISIONS A WORLD UNCLUTTERED BY PLASTIC BOTTLES NEEDLESSLY WASTED, TOSSED AWAY AND POLLUTING OUR PLANET. THEY ENVISION A WORLD WHERE EVERY HUMAN BEING HAS ACCESS TO FRESH DRINKING WATER. "

" WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND HAS BEEN THE LEADING PURVEYOR OF AUTHENTIC LUXURY AND VINTAGE PIECES SINCE THE INCEPTION OF ITS SOHO, NYC FLAGSHIP STORE IN 1993. THE CORE VALUES OF THE COMPANY ARE AUTHENTICITY, QUALITY AND COLLECTABILITY. "

This feels like you are getting two palettes for one price, with The Estée Edit Gritty and Glow Magnetic Eye and Face Palettes, $58. Each palette has 6 pearlized shades. The Gritty palette is great for intense smoky eye looks and the Glow palette are highlighter shades for cheeks and eyes.

How excited was I when I received this holiday box from Aveda? I've been in love with Aveda products for as long as I can remember, especially the Rosemary Mint Shampoo and Conditioner.

It's already a given that I would love the Rosemary Mint Body Polish ($34) and Rosemary Mint Composition Oil. The body polish, with naturally-derived walnut shells, has that signature invigorating Rosemary Mint scent and leaves my skin feeling super soft and refreshed.

The Rosemary Mint Composition Oil can be used a multi-purpose oil for the bath, body or scalp, with a nourishing blend of certified organic sunflower oil.

The Candrimā Creme Cleansing Oil and Candrimā Body Moisturizer are limited-edition products for the holidays, with a comforting aroma of ginger and ginger lily. The creme cleansing oil The body moisturizer is made with organic shea butter and nourishing certified organic sesame and coconut oils. This holiday box was so nicely put together and thoughtful - it would be easy to create your own holiday box to send to someone. Thank you Aveda!- Kim Weling

If you are still looking to find those last-minute gifts, you'll find everything at Sephora, from makeup sets, brush kits and cosmetic bags. I guarantee you're going to want some of these exclusives for yourself, too!

The Sephora Collection The Graceful Eyeshadow Palette, $24, comes in a total of 16 matte and shimmer eyeshadows in on-trend shades such as deep purple, metallic silver and coppery brown. The Sephora Collection The Delicate Eyeshadow Palette comes in 9 shades from creamy beige to gold and blue-black to pinkish taupe.

You'll also find a variety of Sephora Favorites kits, like Glow For It, including highlighting products from Becca, Benefit Cosmetics, Cover FX, Hourglass, Lancôme, and Milk Makeup and Perfume Sampler (which includes 7 samples from Atelier Cologne, Chloé, Dolce&Gabbana, Elizabeth and James, Marc Jacobs, Prada and Yves Saint Laurent. After you pick your favorite scent, you can go to Sephora and redeem the enclosed scent certificate for a full size rollerball.

Brush sets are a practical gift, and easier to pick out if you're unsure about makeup or fragrance preferences. It's also always good to have multiple brush sets - at home, the office, and a set for travel.

Sephora Collection Glitter Happy Brush Set, was $85 now on sale for $59 ($225 value) - a six piece brush set with a glittery stand. There's also the Sephora Collection Sparkle & Shine brush sets with a glittery chevron pattern, with 6 makeup brushes in a keepsake box, or an antibacterial brush set with 7 brushes in a travel pouch.

As for cosmetic bags, there's the Sephora Collection Sparkle and Shine Weekender Bag also in the glittery chevron pattern, to store all your makeup, toiletries and other travel items.

Friday, December 23, 2016

Get ready for the holidays and with the B by Bobeau Pop Up Shop in the Meatpacking District, at 410 West 14th Street. It's the perfect stopover for your last-minute gifts or picking up new activewear to get ready for the new year!

After the class I previewed Hollie Watman's athleisure wear collection, and put together an outfit. I immediately fell in love with Hollie Watman's orchid print mesh contour capris (if you love mesh detailing you'll love Hollie Watman, and the XS is a great fit!), which I paired with the B Collection By Bobeau Iris tank in black. bobble helped us stay hydrated for our yoga class, keeping our water cold and refreshing. I love the fashionable colors of the bobble Insulate bottles, especially the Holiday Insulate designs. I also got to sample some of Rebbl's elixirs, with Maca Mocha as my favorite.

This is the first ever B Collection By Bobeau retail store in NYC, and the first time I've ever tried their clothing on, which has a great fit and is super comfy! Hollie Watman's NY-based label was just launched in 2016, with a focus on swim and activewear pieces inspired by travel and art.

The pop up will be around until mid-January, so if you can't make it there before the holidays be sure to make it there after!

It's always great running into Lara of Pretty Connected! She looks amazing in her Hollie Watman outfit. How cool is that mesh hoodie? You can wear it over your swimsuit or workout wear.

Thursday, December 22, 2016

Countdown to the holidays! With just a few shopping days left, American Eagle has what you are looking for! You'll find velvet, lace, bodysuits, dresses, and loungewear for women and sweaters, plaid and vests for men.

Brand new this season is Aerie Home with faux lamb fur pillows and ombre knit throws. There are also a tone of stocking stuffer gifts including cleanse masks, sleep masks, socks, gloves, hats and scarves, jewelry, zipper clutches and trays.

Here's a look at what I had previewed from American Eagle / Aerie this holiday season. Don't forget to shop for yourself!